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CHRISTIE’S INTERNATIONAL
REAL ESTATE:
CHRISTIE’S WINE
DEPARTMENT:
Tracey Lee
[email protected]
+852 2978 6789
Simon Tam
[email protected]
+852 2978 6765
Beverly Hills, California
Zackary Wright
[email protected]
Bordeaux
Bill Blatch
[email protected]
Chicago, Illinois
Clayton Andrews
[email protected]
Hong Kong
Simon Tam
[email protected]
Hong Kong
Tracey Lee
[email protected]
London & Continental Europe
David Elswood
[email protected]
London
Joachim Wrang-Widén
[email protected]
New York
Per Holmberg
[email protected]
New York, New York
Kathleen Coumou
[email protected]
Paris
Guillaume Guédé
International Business Director
[email protected]
Palm Beach, Florida
Rick Moeser
[email protected]
“Owning a vineyard allows you to begin at step one, shepherd the wine through all the stages of its production, and eventually have a more complete
and rewarding drinking experience than most of us can hope for.”
— Charles Antin, Christie’s Wine Specialist, New York
welcom e to
CHRISTIE’S WINES
& VINEYARDS
Vineyards by Christie’s International Real Estate is a new program that brings together
the full range of Christie’s outstanding services to offer comprehensive guidance in
finding the wines you love and the vineyard properties of your dreams. With the fine
and rare wine expertise of Christie’s and the experienced local partners in Christie’s
International Real Estate’s network of affiliates, you will have access to attentive
advice to address your interests in the world’s fabulous wine growing destinations.
After a personalized consultation (offered in multiple languages), we offer:
• Expert advice by a Christie’s wine specialist on the understanding and purchasing of wine, including the differences among vintages,
grapes and regions.
• Custom travel arrangements and access to the finest vineyards and estates worldwide. Translation services are also provided.
• Access to trusted, experienced real estate agents accepted into Christie’s International Real Estate’s selective network of affiliates, with an in-depth knowledge of each area to discover the vineyard property availabilities in your regions of interest.
Please contact Tracey Lee or Simon Tam to let us help guide your fantastic
journey toward ownership of a vineyard.
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CHRISTIE’S
Christie’s stands for extraordinary art, unparalleled service, expertise and
international glamour. Since its founding in 1766, Christie’s has held the greatest
and most celebrated auctions in history for showcasing the unique and the
beautiful. Christie’s fine and rare wine auctions uphold this centuries-long
tradition with exquisite offerings originating from legendary vineyards.
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CHRISTIE’S
international
real estate
Christie’s International Real Estate brings Christie’s sophistication
and unmatched passion for art to offering the finest luxury homes
and vineyard estates in the world. We select our global network
of affiliates for their extraordinary access, expertise and level of
service. Together, we form the world’s top partnership in fine
and rare wine, luxury homes and vineyard estates.
Contact:
Tracey Lee
Christie’s International Real Estate
Hong Kong
Tel: +852 2978 6789
[email protected]
“To take wine into your mouth is to savor a droplet
of the river of human history.”
— Clifton Fadiman, U.S. Essayist (1904-1999)
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France
6 Bordeaux
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Provence
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Spain
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Portugal
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New ZealanD
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Argentina
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California
40 Napa & Sonoma
44 Santa Cruz Mountains
48 Central Coast
52 Santa Ynez Valley
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Oregon
FRANCE
French wines continue to be the gold standard by which wines around the
globe are rated. France has been honing this art since Greeks and Romans
introduced vines to what was then Gaul. The country’s diverse climate and
topography account for the sweeping spectrum of wines produced there.
Red, white, rosé, sparkling, opulent, austere or fruity, France has a wine to
charm any oenophile. The country established the Appellation d’Origine
Contrôlée (AOC) in 1936 with strict growing regulations and defined grape
regions to protect the quality and sterling reputation of its wines.
BORDEAUX
Produ cing som e of th e m ost magnificent
a nd co veted win es in th e world
Pro vena nce
The Bordeaux region in southwestern France is
126,000 hectares in size and is commonly divided
into two sections, the Right Bank and the Left Bank of
the Gironde Estuary. Of the 57 appellations that make
up the AOC Bordeaux there are some notables that
stand out. On the Right Bank, the Saint-Émilion and
Pomerol appellations are just north of the Dordogne
River. The Right Bank terroir tends to favor Merlot and
Cabernet Franc and only small amounts of Cabernet
Sauvignon. The same is true for the large Entre-Deux
-Mers region that makes up the majority of the Right
Bank and historically was known for its dry white
wine as well as large quantities of red wine labeled
as Bordeaux AOC or Bordeaux supérieur. The Left
Bank region of Médoc, roughly 60 kilometers in length,
has an oceanic micro-climate ideal for the Cabernet
Sauvignon that prospers on its terroir. This region
boasts 4 of the most famous winemaking communes
in Bordeaux: St-Estephe, Pauillac, St. Julien and
Margaux, which are justifiably renowned throughout
the world. Also on the Left Bank are the Graves,
Pessac Leognan and Sauternes appellations.
Bord eaux
Maxwell-Storrie-Bayn es
In his first auction in 1766, James Christie sold a nobleman’s
collection of “high Flavour’d clarets” for a total of £125. Two hundred
years later, claret continues to be the cornerstone of Christie’s wine
auctions, with some large format bottles realizing over $100,000.
Emperor Napoleon III chose Bordeaux vintages to represent France’s
greatness to the world at the Exposition Universelle de Paris in 1855,
and Bordeaux continues to be the standard bearer for excellence in
wine. The natural geographic features presented in the Bordeaux
region and a rich history have defined the success of Bordeaux wines,
making them synonymous with prestige, quality and distinction.
Helping buyers make well-informed decisions has earned MaxwellStorrie-Baynes (MSB) a first-class reputation in the Bordeaux vineyard
market. MSB’s advice comes from genuine experience, built from nearly
30 years of experience combined from the three owners who now command
a significant share of the vineyard market. The company is known for its
extreme discretion and is one of the most highly qualified real estate advisors
and agents in all of France having earned three demanding international
property qualifications: Members of the Royal Institution of Chartered
Surveyors (MRICS), Members of the National Association of Realtors (NAR)
in the United States, and their own Carte Professionnelle in France.
BORDEAUX
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PROVENCE
A bou ntiful region produ cing
prestigious win es
Mich aël Zingraf
Real Estate
Michaël Zingraf Real Estate’s expertise
on vineyard estate sales in Provence
goes back 35 years. The company has
agencies in each of the most emblematic
towns of Provence, and they all propose
properties both for sale and seasonal
rental in addition to a range of customized
services. Michaël Zingraf Real Estate
also enjoys a significant international
position in some of the other most
remarkable destinations on the planet,
and brings this experience to their
international clients.
Pro vence
Pro vena nce
Provence is best known for famously
vibrant rosé. Made from red grapes, blush
has the character of a red wine and the
crispness of a white. It is especially popular
in the summer months served chilled and
best sipped on a patio overlooking the
ancient stone castles, lavender fields and
olive groves of the land that produced it.
Provence is famous its rugged geography, joie
de vivre, and the intense light that inspired
the Impressionist painters who traveled
here to capture its magnificence on canvas.
The serene Provence lifestyle embodies the
region’s natural bounty and artistic heritage
and its wines are known for being fresh,
easy to drink and approachable.
Provence has 8 major wine regions with
AOC designations focusing on the small
production of white wine, very spicy and full
bodied red wines and rosé. The Luberon Massif,
in central Provence, has long drawn French high
society to the “Golden Triangle” of picturesque
villages, including Arles, Aix and Avingnon.
Known internationally for wine is the Côtes du
Rhône area immediately to the north. The region
surrounding Saint Rémy-de-Provence is famous
in part for its association with Van Gogh, who
painted his famous Starry Night and Self-Portrait
here. Provence has a classic Mediterranean
climate consisting of mild winters, warm
summers and little rainfall with added
northern mistral winds.
Eygalieres, Pro vence, Fra nce
PROVENCE
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SPAIN
Joan Miró’s “The Farm”, now hanging in the National Gallery, communicated
the essence of Spain to one of the country’s most famous British admirers.
Ernest Hemingway said of the painting: “It has in it all that you feel about
Spain when you are there and all that you feel when you are away and cannot
go there.” Spain is the third largest wine-producing country and includes
the La Rioja region, where a unique terroir and masterful viniculture give
the eponymous rich red wines their distinctive power. Best known for its
world renowned reds (tinto), the best-known and most widely-used variety
is Tempranillo. Other grapes used include Garnacha Tinta, Graciano and
Mazuelo. Rioja wines also include white (blanco) or rosé (rosado). The climate
is Atlantic, with wet winters, mild temperatures and strong winds. The vines
are trained along granite posts (called parrales) and wires so as to protect
them from humidity and to maximize their exposure to the sun in summer.
Christie’s achieved the world record for the artist in 2012 with Joan Miró’s
Painting-Poem, which realized £19,081,250.
rioja &
ribera del duero
Th e rich Spa nish la ndscape gives
rise to vib ra nt win es
Rioja
Ribera Del Duero
Rioja
Ribera Del Duero
Sa n Louis Oisbo
Pro vena nce
Located south of the Cantabrian Mountains along the Ebro river, La Rioja benefits
from a continental climate and gave its name to the first Spanish Denominación de Origen
Calificada (DOC), a prestige that has made Rioja wines known across the world. Both a
province and an autonomous region, La Rioja sits between Navarra and the Pais Vasco
to the north, Aragón to the east, and Castilla León to the west and south. The Ribera del
Duero DO is located in the country’s northern plateau that produces some of Spain’s most
prized and acclaimed wines. Tinta Fina or Cencibel, the local names for Tempranillo, is the
dominant variety, sometimes blended with Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec and Merlot. The
Rías Baixas DO is home to white wines made predominantly from the Albariño grape.
Ribera Del Duero
Rioja
Rim ontgó
Spain
Rimontgó is the leading luxury real estate
specialist in its part of Spain. Founded in 1959,
the company stands out for its longstanding
reputation built on service, professionalism
and integrity. Rimontgó is part of the Christie’s
International Real Estate Affiliate Advisory
Board, and it proudly connects clients with
Spain’s choice selection of vineyard estates.
With professional, multilingual people committed
to providing outstanding service, Rimontgó
understands vineyard estate procurement
in Spain from start to finish.
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PORTUGAL
Port was given its name for the Portuguese city of Porto, from which the
wine became a favorite across Europe in the 1700s. Long enjoyed by
sophisticated palates worldwide, port is variously taken as a dessert wine
although it comes in dryer varieties. Recently the owners of a group of
quintas, ancient port-producing estates along the Douro River, have
proclaimed themselves the Douro Boys (although one is a woman). Their
mission is to show the world that traditional port grapes, like Tinto Roriz
and Touriga Nacional, can produce top-notch reds and a few whites.
Th e sultry conditions of regional Portugal
produ ce a th irst for port
Pro vena nce
Alentejo, located in the south
of Portugal, is separated from
the rest of Portugal by the Tagus
River and is typically very dry
and hot. While this region is
world famous for its vast cork
production, in recent years it has
garnered attention for its wines,
and eight separate areas bear
the Alentejo DOC designation.
The wines of Alentejo are
predominantly red made from
the Tempranillo grape but are
also made from other indigenous
varietals. The Algarve region is
the southernmost in Portugal.
Well known for its beaches,
it is also known for having an
excellent terroir for growing
vines and its unique maritime
climate and limestone soil
provide an excellent base
to its full-bodied reds.
Porta da Frente, Lda
Porta da Frente was established in 1995
specializing in the luxury segments of the
residential property market and starting
with the prestigious town Cascais. In January
2012, Porta da Frente became the exclusive
representative of Christie’s International Real
Estate in the luxury realty market in the
area of Cascais, Greater Lisbon and the
Alentejo. Since its inception, Porta da Frente
has demonstrated itself to be an important
energizing agent in the real estate market,
creating a portfolio of products of excellence
in a highly distinguished geographical area.
PORTUGAL
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NEW ZEALAND
Wine making in New Zealand dates back to colonial times, but the last thirty
years have been revolutionary in the industry. Innovating in areas from
contract growing to the use of stainless steel and modern cork substitute
enclosures, winemakers using new methods in New Zealand have enjoyed
great success. Sauvignon Blanc was used for centuries as a blending grape
in whites from Bordeaux and the Loire Valley, but in the Marlborough
region the grape became popular to a new global fan base with wines
of audacity and fruity boldness. Quality wines from Muller Thurgau and Riesling
grapes are also now known across the world.
Ruggedly beautiful N ew Zeala nd
offers win es with a
u niqu e zest
Bayleys
Real Estate
Bayleys Real Estate is New Zealand’s preeminent
vineyard and winery sales company. It offers
diverse properties ranging from small lifestyle
vineyards supplying tonnage to bigger producers
to international companies with substantial
vineyard and wine production capacity. Bayleys
has an established presence in all of New Zealand’s
premier winery regions and its strategic network is
underpinned by strong relationships with New
Zealand’s wine growing and production industries.
The premium association of the Bayleys brand
interfaces well with the predominantly high-end
nature of wineries throughout the region. Clients
benefit from a personalized, professional service
that recognizes each client’s unique needs, to
ensure the perfect home or winery is found.
Pro vena nce
The two main islands of New Zealand contain
vineyards ranging in size, and the country has
become a major wine destination. Marlborough’s
unique terroir contributes to the distinguishing
attributes that have made it a premier wine
producing region. Long hours of sunshine but low
heat combine with the region’s stony soil to produce
low yields but fruits with concentrated tropical
flavors and zest. The same conditions produce
unique reds from Hawke’s Bay and Waiheke Island.
New Zealand’s natural wonders also draw a steady
stream of international travelers. The south island
offers more extreme seasonal changes, fjords,
mountains and glaciers while the north island has
geothermal activity and a vibrant native culture.
NEW ZEALAND
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ARGENTINA
The mountainous vineyards of Mendoza Province have become globally
recognized producers of wine. Vines in the Mendoza Province are planted
on the eastern foothills of the Andes, some of the highest vineyards in
the world. Spanish colonists originally introduced viniculture here, but the
temperamental French variety Malbec ended up thriving in Mendoza and
turned it from a maker of cheap wine for local consumption into a vaunted
exporter. Nourished in the arid climate by melting snow from the Andes,
the vineyards of this region have a unique terroir.
Argentina’s u niqu e terroir produ ces
win es praised worldwid e
ReMind Group S.A.
In February 2007, ReMind Group was
selected as the exclusive representative
of Christie’s International Real Estate in
Argentina. Specializing in the country’s
luxury segment of real estate including
vineyard estates, ReMind has the local
contacts and knowledge of the area to
serve its clients in finding an ideal
vineyard estate in Argentina, including
Luján de Cuyo and Valle de Uco in
the Mendoza River high region.
Pro vena nce
The Mendoza Province accounts for nearly two-thirds of the country’s entire wine
production and contains more than 350,000 acres of planted vineyards. Located in
the eastern foothills of the Andes in the shadow of Mount Aconcagua, vineyards are
planted at some of the highest altitudes in the world with the average site located
at approximately 2,500 feet above sea level. Mendoza has a continental climate and
semi-arid desert conditions. A system of channels, canals and reservoirs help sustain
viniculture. Malbec is the most important variety in Mendoza but other significant
plantings include Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Chardonnay.
ARGENTINA
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CALIFORNIA
Ansel Adams famously portrayed the glory of California’s wilderness on
film, and in 1959, he turned his camera lens onto California’s vineyards.
“Story of a Winery” is a silver gelatin documentary of the rebirth of the
state’s wine industry, showing a lone horse plowing a field, a vintner
examining a bottle in dusky light, and other images capturing the California
wine industry’s nascent rise to prominence. California has indeed risen to
prominence from the humble scenes frozen in Adams’ work, sharing the
spotlight with France as the most recognized, prolific, innovative, diverse
and talent-rich viniculture regions of the world.
Napa & Sonoma
Spectacular win e, b reath taking scen ery
a nd a boom ing win e industry
Pro vena nce
Northern California’s twin valleys of
Napa and Sonoma have undergone a boom
in tourism, in large part due to its recognition
as a major wine producing region. While
both Napa and Sonoma offer prestigious
wine producers, world-class resorts and
spas, outstanding restaurants, boutiques,
and wine country scenery, Sonoma is a bit
more bohemian than its more upscale
neighbor. In Napa Valley, St. Helena has
grand estates mingling vineyards with olive
orchards while Rutherford’s vineyards
offer panoramic views of the entire valley.
Napa & Sonoma
In the past 30 years this region’s wineries have
grown from a few dozen to more than 400, and
yet visitors are equally attracted to the area’s
natural beauties with its forests and hot spring
baths. Its Mediterranean climate draws comparisons
to Tuscany, as does a reputation for taking wine
and food as seriously as art. The original 1976
“Judgment of Paris” competition, widely expected
to prove the superiority of French wine, finalized
California’s ascendency when two wines from
Napa Valley took top honors. While the majority
of the grape harvest comes from Sonoma County,
Napa offers many cult wines that are sought after
by the most knowledgeable wine consumers.
Pacific Union International
Pacific Union International has deep roots in California’s wine country.
As the leading luxury real estate brokerage in Napa and Sonoma counties,
Pacific Union International understands that this area’s exceptional properties
are as unique and compelling as its renowned varietals. Their team can guide and
advise prospective buyers through every step of the process for a one-of-a-kind
estate winery, a stunning showplace home, an elegant vacation pied-à-terre
or a world-class commercial vineyard. They offer extraordinary expertise,
commitment to personal service and unparalleled local knowledge.
NAPA & Sonoma
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SANTA CRUZ mountains
Distinguish ed by its prized
Ca bern et Sau vignon a nd Pinot N oir
Sa nta Cruz Mou ntains
Santa Cruz Mountains was somewhat underrated
as a winegrowing region until 2006. Paul Draper,
who produced the Cabernet that won the 30th
anniversary of the “Judgment of Paris” wine tasting,
said, “grown from the earth, wine connects us to the
cycles of the seasons and grounds us. It need not be
an industrial product made of grapes. It can still be a
natural beverage, kept on the straight and narrow by
the hand of man.” The elemental combination of
oceanic mists and mountainous terrain produces
the rich flavor that gave top honors to this region,
which now has over 200 small vineyards, including
some of the oldest wineries in California. While a
Cabernet Sauvignon put the Santa Cruz Mountains
on the map, this region is also known for organic
viticulture practices and most recently, very
high quality Pinot Noir wines originating mostly
from the west side. The east side is known for
Cabernet Sauvignons, Merlots and Zinfandels.
Pro vena nce
Santa Cruz Mountains was the
first mountainous winegrowing region
in the United States, and some of
its lofty vineyard estates offer majestic
views of Monterey Bay to the south.
Santa Cruz Mountains are also home
to vast protected areas of natural
beauty, including California’s oldest,
the Big Basin Redwoods State Park.
The mountain range occupies much
of the San Francisco Peninsula,
with the region running from Half
Moon Bay and Woodside in the
north to Mount Madonna and
Watsonville in the south.
Oliver Luxury
Real Estate Peninsula
Oliver Luxury Real Estate Peninsula
exclusively represents the Christie’s International
Real Estate brand throughout the Santa Cruz
Mountains wine region, which includes the
pscale communities of Palo Alto, Los Altos Hills,
Los Gatos, Atherton, Woodside, Hillsborough
and Menlo Park. The boutique brokerage is led
by longstanding luxury real estate expert Michael
Oliver and third generation local realtor Kristin
Cashin. They are committed to offering a
personalized, concierge-style service focusing
on the special needs of their discerning clients.
Local connections and expert knowledge ensure
transactions are successful and seamless.
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Central Coast
Warm days a nd cool nig h ts pro vid e for
classic grape growing conditions
Pro vena nce
In San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties there
are more than 44,000 acres of planted grapes or 7.4%
of California’s production. Cabernet Sauvignon is king to
this region’s Chardonnay queen, and the Edna Valley and
Arroyo Grande communities retain an old California feel,
while Paso Robles is pure Americana where vineyards
mingle with ranch properties. In the northern section of
the Central Coast AVA, which includes Alameda, Contra
Costa, Santa Clara, San Francisco, San Mateo and Santa
Cruz counties, there are approximately 6,400 acres of
planted vineyards and more than 100 wineries. The warm
days and cool nights provide classic grape growing
conditions, with gravel soils that provide ideal drainage
and the main varieties are again Cabernet Sauvignon and
Chardonnay. In Monterey and San Benito counties there
are roughly 75 wineries that make wine from Chardonnay
and Merlot grapes. The influence of the Monterey
Bay requires harvesting later than other regions but
steep slopes and rolling hills makes harvesting more
challenging and typically result in lower yields.
Central Coast
The Central Coast American Viticultural
Area (AVA) stretches roughly 250 miles
along the coastline of California, from
San Francisco County in the north to Santa
Barbara County in the south. The region
produces almost 15 percent of the state’s
total grape production and is home to more
than 350 wineries. Low lying mountain ranges
moderate the cooling effect of oceanic fog
and afternoon breezes, and slow-ripening
wine grapes thrive in this equilibrium. San
Luis Obispo County is the center of wine
production in the Central Coast and falls
behind only Sonoma and Napa Counties
in output statewide.
Rich ardson Properties, Inc.
Christie’s International Real Estate affiliate
in the Central Coast, Richardson Properties, is the
premier real estate company offering fine wine country
estates throughout the region. In a style similar to its
pioneering wine region, Richardson Properties offers
innovative strategies coupled with trusted methodology.
Utilizing their position as the market leader, they provide
clients with unparalleled service and an exceptional
understanding of the area’s distinctive terroir.
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SANTA YNEZ VALLEY
A triumph of tastes in sh ad es
of wh ite a nd red
Sa nta Yn ez Valley
From the university town and cultural center of
Santa Barbara just 30 minutes to the southeast, a
coastal trip along Highway 101 or past Cachuma Lake on
Highway 154 leads to the vineyards and ranches of the
Santa Ynez Valley with a population of less than 25,000.
Wines in the Santa Ynez Valley offer an outstanding
variety, including premium wines made from Chardonnay,
Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot
Noir, Syrah and Merlot. This region has maintained
its rustic quality despite significant recognition.
Village Properties Realtors
A full-service real estate firm with experience
representing buyers and sellers in the Santa Ynez
Valleyfor over 20 years, Village Properties presents
a sophisticated portfolio of services to assist in every
phase of the acquisition of a property. As the world
market for fine wine grows, the distinctive terroir
that is produced from the unique topography and
microclimates in the Santa Ynez Valley continues to
attract wine connoisseurs and vintners alike. This
Christie’s International Real Estate affiliate offers
some of the most prestigious vineyards to be found
in California, as well as grand estates, quaint
cottages,horse ranches, and lilac fields.
Pro vena nce
Rolling hills and winding roads augment a
reputation for producing fine wines to make
the Santa Ynez Valley a highly sought-after
respite. In the Academy Award winning film
“Sideways”, the protagonist’s obsession with
Santa Ynez Pinot Noir is thought to have been
responsible for that varietal’s sudden and still
enduring growth in popularity. Celebrities
seeking reprieve from the hectic pace of Los
Angeles, a two-hour drive south, have long
gravitated toward this sparsely populated and
unpretentious region for its congeniality and
tranquility as well as for its outstanding Pinots.
The town of Solvang with its Danish heritage
is the main attraction, and Los Olivos and
Ballard are also havens for those seeking
the area’s bucolic charm.
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OREGON
In the 1979 Wine Olympics, Eyrie Vineyard’s Pinot Noir competed successfully
with French Burgundies and thwarted the conventional wisdom at the time
that Oregon was unsuited to viniculture. The longer summer days in this
more northern latitude leads to a longer growing season, and Pinot Noir
remains the state’s most recognized varietal although it also produces Pinot
Gris, Chardonnay, Merlot and Riesling in large quantities. Oregon’s vintners
express the Pacific Northwest lifestyle through their pragmatic approach,
communal dedication to handcrafted wines, and innovation in superb
organic vintages and sustainable agricultural practices.
Oregon is a world-class win e region
with m ore th a n 450 win eries
Luxe Platinum Properties
Specializing in delivering a concierge-based experience,
the Christie’s International Real Estate affiliate in Oregon is
the leading real estate brokerage for Oregon wine country
properties, be it undeveloped land, a commercial winery or
vineyard, or a hillside estate with valley views. Luxe Platinum
Properties’ exceptional service, knowledge about Oregon’s
renowned wine country, and expertise on the nuances of
buying and selling premier vineyard properties ensures clients’
needs are met with unparalleled service and satisfaction.
Pro vena nce
The Willamette Valley, a scene of rolling
farmland outside of Portland, is prime Pinot
Noir country. Despite their fame, the wine grapes
are not the valley’s dominant agriculture and so
boutique vineyards dot a mosaic of fields growing
mustard seed, strawberries, hazelnuts and pears.
The Walla Walla Valley typifies wine growing regions
in the south with its more heat-loving varietals
including Cabernet Sauvignon.
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a buyer’s guide...
1. Do your research.
5. Know what to avoid.
Schedule a consultation with a Christie’s International Real Estate
specialist to learn more about the geographic locations where you are
considering buying a vineyard and to tour vineyards and estates currently
on the market. Attending auctions and speaking with Christie’s wine
specialists may also help you to discover your best options. “A vineyard
must not be seen as a house with some vines but a rather serious
commercial business that happens to be a lot of fun,” says Michael
Baynes of Maxwell-Storrie-Baynes.
According to Baynes, you should avoid estate agents who are not
experts in vineyard sales. Buyers may be lured by the beauty of the
lifestyle without understanding they are buying an operational business.
Agents who specialize in residential sales do not have the in-house
infrastructure to handle the complexities of a vineyard sale adequately,
which takes about six months to complete.
4. Enlist the help of an experienced agent or broker.
NEW ZEALAND
Bayleys Real Estate
Mike Bayley
California
Village Properties Realtors
Edward A. Edick, Renée Grubb
PORTUGAL
Porta da Frente, Lda
Rafael Ascenso
Oregon
Luxe Platinum Properties
Terry R. Sprague
SPAIN
Rimontgó
Antonio Ribes Bas, José Ribes Bas
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Being well connected—or dealing with agents who are—is crucial.
In some popular wine regions, up to half of the vineyards for sale
aren’t publically marketed.
California
Oliver Luxury Real Estate Peninsula
Michael Oliver, Kristin Cashin
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Research the local weather patterns. “When you own a vineyard,
you are subject to the risk of weather, regulations and markets,”
says William Densberger, a realtor with Pacific Union International.
Check soil composition and the age and density of the vines.
Provence
Michaël Zingraf Real Estate
Michaël Zingraf
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3. Climate is key.
California
Pacific Union International
Mark McLaughlin
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For a new vineyard, expect a four-year wait for your first grapes.
FRANCE
Bordeaux
Maxwell-Storrie-Baynes
Karin Maxwell, Doug Storrie, Michael Baynes
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For France, stock isn’t included in the price as its value changes
daily, so purchase the whole stock in addition to the estate. “The new
owner will need past stock to keep the business moving until their
first vintage is bottled,” says Baynes.
AMERICAS
California | Central Coast
Richardson Properties, Inc.
Charles Richardson, Chris Richardson
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If buying an existing vineyard, research the track record of the wine,
the prestige of the vineyard itself, and the current oenologue. Also look
at wine sales and whether the bottle label’s registration is up to date.
ARGENTINA
ReMind Group SA
Luis Bonsegnor, Fernanda Canals
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2. Decide what kind of business you will have.
Vineyard Estates Specialists
Spain
CHRISTIE’S INTERNATIONAL
REAL ESTATE:
CHRISTIE’S WINE
DEPARTMENT:
Tracey Lee
[email protected]
+852 2978 6789
Simon Tam
[email protected]
+852 2978 6765
Beverly Hills, California
Zackary Wright
[email protected]
Bordeaux
Bill Blatch
[email protected]
Chicago, Illinois
Clayton Andrews
[email protected]
Hong Kong
Simon Tam
[email protected]
Hong Kong
Tracey Lee
[email protected]
London & Continental Europe
David Elswood
[email protected]
London
Joachim Wrang-Widén
[email protected]
New York
Per Holmberg
[email protected]
New York, New York
Kathleen Coumou
[email protected]
Paris
Guillaume Guédé
International Business Director
[email protected]
Palm Beach, Florida
Rick Moeser
[email protected]
“Owning a vineyard allows you to begin at step one, shepherd the wine through all the stages of its production, and eventually have a more complete
and rewarding drinking experience than most of us can hope for.”
— Charles Antin, Christie’s Wine Specialist, New York
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"Investing in great wine always pays dividends — either in financial terms or,
much more importantly, to secure your drinking pleasure for the future."
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